In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, the Specialty Advertising Association of Greater New York (SAAGNY) and The SAAGNY Foundation have begun efforts to coordinate the collection and distribution of items available through the specialty advertising industry. Many industry companies have provided goods and services to assist this effort. Some companies have donated pallet loads of items to the effort, others have gathered supplies from friends and neighbors, and others have agreed to serve as drop-off locations. In the first two weeks following the storm, goods and materials have already been delivered to relief centers on the New Jersey shore and in Staten Island, Queens and Long Island, N.Y.
Read MoreWorld Emblem International Launches Digital Print Emblems
World Emblem International has recently launched new digital print emblems for uniforms and apparel. The patches are available in standard and intricate laser-cut shapes and can include a merrowed border or be borderless. The patches can all be heat sealed onto apparel or those with a merrowed border have the option of being sewn onto apparel. The patches themselves are very thin and flexible, allowing for a high degree of comfort and versatility. Quick turn-times and competitive pricing allow Digital Print Emblems to be a frontrunner.
Read MoreQCA Accreditation Granted to Crown Products
The Quality Certification Alliance (QCA), the promotional product industry’s only independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping companies provide safe products, recently granted QCA Accreditation to Mobile, Alabama-based Crown Products Inc.
Read MoreNorwood & BIC Graphic Announces All Standard Production Times Have Returned, Including Free 24-hour Service on BIC Graphic Catalog Items
Norwood & BIC Graphic recently announced all standard production times, including BIC Graphic’s free 24-hour service, have been reinstated. The organization is back to business as usual and ready to prove it—if an order ships late, the distributor will receive $25 towards their next order for either Norwood or BIC Graphic products.
“We are confident we can deliver and we’re ready to prove it,” said Rob Babb, vice president of sales. “We are completely back to standard lead times as well as 24-Hour service on hundreds of products.”
Read MoreSBA Opens Business Recovery Centers in New Jersey on Nov. 14
The U.S. Small Business Administration recently announced the opening of several Business Recovery Centers in New Jersey. These centers will open on Nov. 14 to provide one-on-one help to business owners seeking disaster assistance for losses caused by Hurricane Sandy. SBA’s customer service representatives are on-hand at the centers to answer questions about the disaster loan program and assist business owners in completing their applications.
Read MorePPAI And PSI Announce Trade Show Partner Association Agreement
Under the agreement, PPAI members are invited to register for and attend the PSI Show 2013, January 9 to 11, 2013, in Dusseldorf, Germany, and likewise, PSI members are invited to attend The PPAI Expo, January 14 to 18, 2013, in Las Vegas. In addition, members of each association are welcome to attend the opening ceremony/general session for each event.
Read MoreEditor’s Picks: Wrap it Up
Chilly outside today? Keep end-users warm, toasty and trendy by adding promotional scarves to their wardrobes.
Read MoreCharles River Apparel Extends Support to Customers Affected by Hurricane Sandy
Sharon, Massachusetts-based Charles River Apparel, a leading manufacturer of performance activewear and outerwear, has announced the company’s initiatives to support Hurricane Sandy relief efforts.
Read MoreThe Shopping Benefits Of An AmEx Card
I have one very important tip for anyone buying electronics (or anything, but especially electronics) this year and it is not a typical “geek” tip. But it will save some of you hundreds of dollars.
Read MoreWhat’s the #1 Problem with Promotional Products Sales?
Selling promotional products can be a great way to make a very good income and provide a valuable service to help our economy grow. The problem is … If everyone is selling the same or similar products, how can you stand out, make more money and not be viewed as just another commodity vendor?
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